CHARMING COLONIAL beautifully sited on a tree-lined street with no through traffic! Step inside to an inviting fire-placed living room w/ hardwood floors, picture window, & open floor plan leading to a dining room, sitting area, & full bathroom w/ laundry beyond. Proceed to the heart of the home with its updated cherry/granite/stainless kitchen - thoughtfully designed with plenty of storage & direct outside access to a fabulous ball-field backyard. Head upstairs to discover a large bedroom, plus second bedroom, & full hall bath w/ pedestal sink & stylish hexagon tiled floor. Head downstairs to two bright lower level rooms that can be used for storage, exercise equipment & more. Step back outside to be greeted with flowering perennials, hosta gardens, & patio for grilling or dining. Here's a great opportunity to buy in Newton & check the boxes: great curb appeal, beautiful yard & neighborhood setting close to schools, amenities & parks. Plus, Letter of De-leaded Paint Compliance!
Sold for $899,000
$899,000
28 Farmington Rd, Newton, MA 02465
2beds
1,344sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1941
8,160 Square Feet Lot
$1,207,300 Zestimate®
$669/sqft
$3,565 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,207,300
$1.09M - $1.35M
$3,565/mo
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Diane Johnson 978-257-3211,
Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest 978-369-5775
Bought with:
Dream Team
Dreamega International Realty LLC
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73138120
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Dryer Hookup - Electric, Washer Hookup, Pedestal Sink
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Pedestal Sink
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Main,First
Family room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Dining Area, Cabinets - Upgraded, Exterior Access, Stainless Steel Appliances
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Heating
- Central, Steam, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Window Unit(s), Dual
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Plumbed For Ice Maker
- Laundry: First Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,344
- Total interior livable area: 1,344 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Patio, Rain Gutters
Lot
- Size: 8,160 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 690123
- Zoning: RES
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1941
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Medical Facility, Conservation Area, Public School
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Newton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $669/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $752,500
- Annual tax amount: $7,660
- Date on market: 1/24/2026
- Listing terms: Seller W/Participate
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/20/2024 | Listing removed | $3,800$3/sqft |
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| 7/29/2024 | Listed for rent | $3,800$3/sqft |
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| 6/27/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 6/6/2024 | Listed for rent | $3,800+15.2%$3/sqft |
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| 5/23/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 5/22/2024 | Listed for rent | $3,300-8.3%$2/sqft |
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| 12/17/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 10/6/2023 | Listed for rent | $3,600$3/sqft |
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| 10/3/2023 | Sold | $899,000$669/sqft |
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| 7/19/2023 | Listed for sale | $899,000+413.7%$669/sqft |
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| 8/20/1993 | Sold | $175,000$130/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,443 +3.4% | $861,500 +3% |
| 2024 | $8,163 +6.6% | $836,400 +11.1% |
| 2023 | $7,660 +4.5% | $752,500 +8% |
| 2022 | $7,330 +3.6% | $696,800 +6% |
| 2021 | $7,074 +3.1% | $657,400 |
| 2020 | $6,863 +2.9% | $657,400 +3% |
| 2019 | $6,670 +4.4% | $638,300 +8.1% |
| 2018 | $6,391 +3.1% | $590,700 +6% |
| 2017 | $6,197 +4.6% | $557,300 +7% |
| 2016 | $5,927 +4.9% | $520,800 +7% |
| 2015 | $5,651 +0.6% | $486,700 +5% |
| 2014 | $5,618 +5.5% | $463,500 |
| 2013 | $5,326 +2.9% | $463,500 |
| 2012 | $5,177 +0.5% | $463,500 -1.9% |
| 2011 | $5,150 +12.8% | $472,500 +7.7% |
| 2010 | $4,566 +2.4% | $438,600 -2% |
| 2009 | $4,458 +2.7% | $447,600 |
| 2008 | $4,342 +5.2% | $447,600 +1.2% |
| 2007 | $4,129 +2.7% | $442,500 +3% |
| 2006 | $4,021 +3.7% | $429,600 +5% |
| 2005 | $3,878 +2.8% | $409,100 +10.6% |
| 2004 | $3,773 +4.6% | $369,900 +12% |
| 2003 | $3,607 +9.9% | $330,300 |
| 2002 | $3,283 +6.1% | $330,300 +28.7% |
| 2000 | $3,095 +4.8% | $256,600 +9.9% |
| 1999 | $2,954 | $233,500 |
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Neighborhood: West Newton
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Franklin Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 9/10F A Day Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 10/10Newton North High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Franklin
- Middle: Day
- High: North
Source: MLS PIN. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Middlesex County
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- West Newton
- 28 Farmington Rd
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